Course - Environmental Aspects of Mineral Production and Excavation and Handling of Rock Masses - TGB4270
TGB4270 - Environmental Aspects of Mineral Production and Excavation and Handling of Rock Masses
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Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
This course will provide an overview of the most important environmental impacts which occur as a consequence of mineral production or of excavation and handling of rock masses/aggregates in construction with regard to description of problems, their causes and effects. Remediation options for prevention or reduction of environmental effects will be examined. The topics considered will be adapted to Norwegian conditions and will include amongst others: acidic runoff from sulphide mines, tunnels and road cuttings, heavy metal pollution, particle pollution and chemical releases, tailings deposition and alternative uses of mineral waste and surplus masses. Strategies and methods for monitoring and analysis will also be examined. Sustainability aspects are emphasised, and an introduction to systems to ensure transparency, due diligence and sustainability is given.
Learning outcome
The course will provide an overview of the most important environmental consequences following mineral production or excavation and handling of rock masses/aggregates in construction, with regard to description of problems, causes, effects and remedial actions.
Knowledge: Students will acquire fundamental knowledge of the most important environmental challenges with weight on the the understanding of causes and environmental effects, as well as an overview of the systems and tools we use to promote sustainability, transparency and due diligence.
Skills: Students will be capable of identifying potential environmental effects related to new or extended operations, as well as producing a simple sketch of the elements which should be included in an environmental impact assessment. In addition, students will be able to perform transport calculations and plan a monitoring program for monitoring a local water system, together with practical skills for performing water and soil sampling in addition to the correct preparation and analytical methods. The students will master basic digital calculation tools.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and compulsory exercises. The course will be taught in Norwegian only. This is because the course materials are to a very large degree based on Norwegian documents, reports, laws and environmental impact assessments which are produced only in the Norwegian language. The course is evaluated by a reference group and/or questionnaire.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Geology (BGEOL)
Geology (MGEOL)
Geotechnology (MTTEKGEO)
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic knowledge of mineral georesources.
Course materials
Lecture notes and a collection of articles, documents, reports and environmental impact assessments.
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Mineral Production
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"